If the estate is valued at more than the nil rate band then the estate will usually have to pay Inheritance tax. However, there can be some exceptions to this and some reliefs or exemptions might be available that mean that Inheritance Tax does not have to be paid. We can advise on this and ensure that all available reliefs and exemptions are claimed.
A personal representative is simply another name for someone who is an Executor or if there is no Will, is …
Read more Wills & ProbateWe can advise on Wills that will offer some protection from care home fees.
Read more Wills & ProbateNo, as long as you are the Executor or Administrator you can choose any solicitor you like.
Read more Wills & ProbateOnly if there are serious disagreements between beneficiaries and/or the people making the Will.
Read more Wills & ProbateTo make a Will, you have to have capacity to understand what you own, what making a will actually means …
Read more Wills & ProbateIdeally any independent who is not related to the maker of the Will. A beneficiary or a spouse or civil …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
Read more Wills & ProbateDepending on the size and complexity of the estate, these could include HM Revenue & Customs, the Department for Work …
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